Spiced Honey Date Goat Cheese (Printable)

Creamy goat cheese, sweet dates, and spiced honey combine with crisp greens for a fresh, flavorful salad.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, frisée)
02 - 5.3 oz goat cheese, crumbled or sliced
03 - 8 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
04 - 1.4 oz toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Spiced Honey Dressing

07 - 3 tbsp honey
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/4 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/8 tsp chili flakes (optional)
12 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
13 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and chili flakes if using. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring until aromatic. Remove from heat, then stir in lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Arrange mixed salad greens on a large platter or individual plates. Evenly distribute goat cheese, chopped dates, toasted walnuts, sliced red onion, and apple slices if using over the greens.
03 - Drizzle the warm spiced honey dressing over the salad just before serving.
04 - Toss gently to combine or present with dressing on the side as preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Creamy and sweet flavor combo
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Walnuts add a crunchy texture and are a tree nut allergen.
  • Goat cheese provides a creamy, tangy flavor but contains milk.
03 -
  • Warm the dressing gently to unlock the aroma of spices without boiling.
  • Serve dressing on the side if preparing ahead to keep greens crisp.
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